Hi,
I've trawled many sites and can't seem to find an answer anywhere for my situation so I'm hoping someone can clarify for me :
I need to put up a light fitting which will not work with a ceiling rose which is what is currently installed. The light is for downstairs and I know a good way would be to put in a junction box above, however I don't want to be pulling up the carpet and cutting floorboards! Therefore I believe the only viable option is connecting up via choc block and putting the strip in the cup (not enough space for choc box in the void above as I'd have to make the hole in the ceiling bigger!). The problem with this is that the cables are quite brittle and it's hard to get 2 never mind 3 cables into the 5a connector which seems to be the standard rating for lighting circuits advised on various DIY sites.
1. I assume I can use larger choc block, obviously higher rating, without any issues? Also, is splitting the blocks to make the connections easier a personal choice thing or is it recommended to keep the strip together where possible for a more professional touch?
2. The additional earth cables that come attached to lamps/light fittings with metal parts - I assume this should go into the ceiling rose/choc block with the rest of the earths which seems common sense to me, however just checking after what I've read about double insulated items.
Thanks in advance for advice/tips
I've trawled many sites and can't seem to find an answer anywhere for my situation so I'm hoping someone can clarify for me :
I need to put up a light fitting which will not work with a ceiling rose which is what is currently installed. The light is for downstairs and I know a good way would be to put in a junction box above, however I don't want to be pulling up the carpet and cutting floorboards! Therefore I believe the only viable option is connecting up via choc block and putting the strip in the cup (not enough space for choc box in the void above as I'd have to make the hole in the ceiling bigger!). The problem with this is that the cables are quite brittle and it's hard to get 2 never mind 3 cables into the 5a connector which seems to be the standard rating for lighting circuits advised on various DIY sites.
1. I assume I can use larger choc block, obviously higher rating, without any issues? Also, is splitting the blocks to make the connections easier a personal choice thing or is it recommended to keep the strip together where possible for a more professional touch?
2. The additional earth cables that come attached to lamps/light fittings with metal parts - I assume this should go into the ceiling rose/choc block with the rest of the earths which seems common sense to me, however just checking after what I've read about double insulated items.
Thanks in advance for advice/tips